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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Semiconductor company relocating to Scottsdale
BROKERAGE BUSINESS MOVES
Largest real estate brokerage in the United States acquires Phoenix real estate company
CANCER RESEARCH
TGen Foundation doing Runway for Research in October for cancer research
Local News
Scottsdale Fashion Square

Scottsdale Fashion Square serenades the fall with the return of Monday Mixers workout series

Outdoor workouts are returning to Scottsdale after a long, hot summer as the Monday Mixers series returns to Scottsdale Fashion Square on Monday, Sept. 30. The workouts take place at sunset on …
Sports

Freshman standout in the Wolves’ offense

Starting for varsity in any sport is a rare achievement for a freshman. However, freshman Kai Tschen has taken the reins and is making a name for himself on the Desert Mountain High School …
BY THE NUMBERS

Scottsdale real estate market down, but not out

The summer doldrums continue into September, with Scottsdale’s August real estate sales and closings to date running below last year’s numbers, according to year-to-date data from Phoenix …
GREENLIGHT COMMUNITIES

Scottsdale-based developer announces new project management vice president

A Valley-based developer recently promoted one of its senior project managers to vice president of project management. According to a press release, Greenlight Communities, based in Scottsdale, …
mental health

Scottsdale concierge psychiatry rebrands

To better align the services it provides for its clients, the Scottsdale psychiatry practice Choulet Wellness recently changed its name to Choulet Performance Psychiatry. It offers high-level …

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CONCERT

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents Fountain Hills Saxophone Quartet

The Fountain Hills Saxophone Quartet will perform the next concert in the “Arts at the Rocks” performing arts series at Desert Hills Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m. The …
Opinion

Pittinsky: Stepping up to serve

This upcoming election will determine the majority direction of the SUSD Governing Board at a critical time for our schools. I am running with Mike Sharkey and Donna Lewis to bring experienced …
Opinion

Maxwell: Upcoming SUSD school board election is critical

As Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) approaches another critical election cycle, the future of our children’s education is at stake. Among the candidates vying for a place on the …
MEDICAL SPA

Arizona Medical Spa expands to Arcadia in October

A local medical spa in Arizona is expanding to Arcadia as principals prepare to open a fifth location this October. Derma Health Skin & Laser, which has been locally owned and operated since …
BROKERS ALLIANCE

National insurance marketing org opens Scottsdale office

One of the largest insurance marketing organizations in the country is opening a new office in the Scottsdale Quarter. Brokers Alliance is opening a 2,000-square-foot office at 15169 N. …
HOMICIDE

Details in boy’s 2022 death released by police

An 11-year-old disabled boy found unconscious and without a pulse at a Scottsdale Extended Stay hotel and who later died at a local hospital in January 2022 was “violently assaulted and died as …
MEDICAL SPA

Arizona Medical Spa expands to Arcadia in October

A local medical spa in Arizona is expanding to Arcadia as principals prepare to open a fifth location this October. Derma Health Skin & Laser, which has been locally owned and operated since …
BUSINESS

Arizona Cardinals, 72SOLD announce continued partnership

72SOLD is continuing its relationship with the Arizona Cardinals as an exclusive partner in real estate. In 2023, 72SOLD resigned its contract for another year, designating 72SOLD as the …

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Scottsdale Opinions with Civility
Francine Sumner

Sumner: Suicide prevention — a mother’s call to action

On June 13, 2017, my world shattered. I lost my youngest son, Zachary, to suicide. He was just 16 years old; a high school student here in the Valley. Words cannot capture the depth of my grief, …

Gonzales: Don’t let titles fool you in SUSD board election

As we approach the election for three new school board members in SUSD, we can all agree that the stronger our public schools, the stronger our communities. We must consider what qualifications …

Ellis: Concerns about superintendent’s record and board candidate’s impartiality

Two of my children attended and graduated from Cherokee, Cocopah and Chaparral. My youngest is currently a sophomore at Chaparral High School. My wife and I are strong supporters of public schools, …
Jason Alexander

Alexander: SUSD school board election offers clear choices

Scottsdale Unified School District is Scottsdale’s fifth largest employer. It has a $250 million dollar budget, 20,000 customers, 3,000 employees – many who live in Scottsdale. …

Pellett: Why I’m voting for Jacobs, Beasley and Hassler for school board

The Scottsdale Education Association (SEA) have once again proven they are out of touch with the community. This year, the SEA is backing the divisive “Protect SUSD” team, who apparently …
John Fees

Fees: A ‘dream team’ for SUSD School Board

Professionally managed and respected schools start with the Governing Board. As a Scottsdale taxpayer, parent and business owner who employs SUSD graduates, I know the quality and reputation of …

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Calendar of events
SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

SUSD Governing Board approves academic goals for the year

Scottsdale Unified School District will host a college and career fair Sept. 14.

SUSD hosts college and career fair

Scottsdale Unified School District will host its third annual College & Career Fair Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Scottsdale Stadium Field House, 7408 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale, from 11 a.m. to 2 …
Arcadia and Saguaro high schools will compete in a baseball-themed robotics competition at Chase Field Sept. 8.

Two SUSD high schools to compete in robotic competition

Two Scottsdale Unified School District high schools are among 13 Valley teams selected to participate in a baseball themed robotics competition hosted by the Arizona Diamondbacks and Honeywell …
From left are Dragon Kim Foundation Co-Founder and CEO Daniel Kim, Zara Pearce, Yana Mamtani, Aashni Sahai and Program Director Amber Serafin.

Scottsdale, PV students chosen as fellowship finalists

The Dragon Kim Foundation, an Orange County-based nonprofit with the mission of inspiring youth to impact their communities while discovering and pursuing their passions, has announced the two …
From left to right, Susan Bitter Smith, Dr. Tom Nerini, Jacqueline Smith and Dr. Linda Thor have been reelected to the MCCCD governing board after running unopposed for their seats.

Maricopa County cancels MCCCD governing board election

Maricopa County Elections has canceled the Nov. 5 elections for the Maricopa County Community College District’s Governing Board. All four incumbent governing board members have been …
Scottsdale company Savantz.AI uses artificial intelligence to turn text into videos.

Scottsdale teacher uses AI to reach students

Teachers and students alike have returned to classrooms across the country and so the timeless struggle begins afresh — the struggle teachers have with making material accessible to their …
Scottsdale Entertainment
The Scottsdale Philharmonic has released dates of this season’s concerts.

Scottsdale Philharmonic Kicks off with Tchaikovsky’s Italian Masterpiece

The Scottsdale Philharmonic will kick off its 2024-25 season on Sunday, Oct. 13 with Tchaikovsky’s Italian Masterpiece. Other concerts This season include: • Nov. 17 — The …
The Canvas of Clay: Hopi Pottery Masterworks from The Allan and Judith Cooke Collection inside of Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West.

Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is looking for volunteer guides

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is looking for volunteers to complete their 15-week guide-training program. 
The Women’s Orchestra of Arizona is hosting a free concert Sunday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m. at the North Scottsdale United Methodist Church.

Women’s Orchestra of Arizona to perform free Celtic concert

The Women’s Orchestra of Arizona (WOA) is hosting a free Celtic-themed concert Sunday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m. at the North Scottsdale United Methodist Church. The WOA is a nonprofit …
The Four Peaks Coin Club is planning its upcoming 2024 Fall Coin and Collectibles Show Saturday, Sept. 28, in Scottsdale.

Four Peaks Coin Club presents the 2024 Fall Coin and Collectibles Show

The Four Peaks Coin Club in Fountain Hills has announced its 2024 Fall Coin and Collectibles Show. The event is Saturday, Sept. 28, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring a gold coin raffle, door …
The Chef’s Corner at Marino’s offers semi-private dining and a window to the pizza-making process.

Marino’s Italian Kitchen & Bar celebrates family tradition

Cutting his teeth in New York and Los Angeles’ fast-paced bar, club and restaurant scenes, Scottsdale resident Ron Marino has been in the industry before he was old enough to order a drink. …

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